Technology in Education!

Technology Integration

Education has gone through numerous changes over time. The Computer age has opened the door to how learning takes place. As a result, educators now have unlimited resources at their fingertips. Technology integration allows educators to deliver their lessons effectively and efficiently.  Prior to entering a classroom, students already have technological knowledge concerning how to access information. Students are not stunned or apprehensive by the use of technology. Educators should seek opportunities to integrate technology into the classroom to increase and enhance student understanding. Below are a few technological advances that can be integrated into classrooms anywhere. 

1. Ipad

The iPad is a tablet computer designed and developed by Apple. It is marketed as a platform for audio and visual media such as books, periodicals, movies, music, and games, as well as web content. The iPad enables educators to download applications that enhance student learning. Through the use of an iPad, students can play games, read books, and create videos that target objectives on the standard course of study.

Below are articles of classrooms revolutionizing the way students learn through the use of ipads:

• Madison to get 1,400 iPads for the next school year
• iPad the new textbook?
• Teachers Improve Classroom Lessons
• Ipad improves scores?
• 20% jump in Math scores due to iPad
• Ipad helps students learn

2. Ipod

The iPod touch is an electronic rectangular device created by Apple. The iPod plays music, videos, games, and applications. Through the use of the iPod, students are able to shoot videos and engage in applications that further their understanding. Using the iPod allows students to become active participants in their learning. 

Below are articles of classrooms engaging their students  through the use of ipods:

• Ipod touch will engage learners in Reading and Math
• Classrooms turn to mobile devices
• Let's go digital!

3. Active Boards

The Smart Board is an interactive whiteboard that is touch sensitive and runs off a local computer resource. The Smart board allows information that is written on it to be saved and stored. Like a computer, it projects a desktop in which students can interact with various activities through the use of a pen. The Smart Board aims to bring lessons and learning to life. Rather than just have information displayed, the whiteboard allows for interactive activities to reinforce learning. 

Below are articles of classrooms engaging their students  through the use of Active Boards:

• Smart boards as an instructional tool
• The touch screen classroom
• White Boards change dynamic of learning

As technology continues to evolve, educators should be constantly seeking ways to further their students understanding. There is no better way to bring learning to life than through the use of technology. Technology allows students to become engaged in their learning.